alkaline
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for alkaline, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Having the chemical properties of an alkali; basic rather than acidic.
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non-acidic
alkalic
Antonyms
acidic
amphoteric
How to use alkaline
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
alkaline soil
alkaline solution
alkaline battery
Etymology
From "alkali," which came into English via Arabic al-qily, the ashes of a salt-tolerant desert plant once burned to make soap and glass.
Full origin of alkaline →Frequently asked questions
What does “alkaline” mean?
The word “alkaline” means having the chemical properties of an alkali; basic rather than acidic. In plain terms, chemically basic — the opposite of acidic — as measured by a pH above 7.
How do you pronounce “alkaline”?
“Alkaline” is pronounced AL-kuhl-yn (/ˈæl.kə.laɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “alkaline” in a sentence?
Here is “alkaline” used in a sentence: “Soap is alkaline, which is why it can feel slippery on the skin.”
What part of speech is “alkaline”?
“Alkaline” is an adjective.
Where does the word “alkaline” come from?
The word “alkaline” comes from Arabic. From "alkali," which came into English via Arabic al-qily, the ashes of a salt-tolerant desert plant once burned to make soap and glass.
Is “alkaline” a common word?
“Alkaline” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “alkaline” have?
“Alkaline” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having the chemical properties of an alkali; basic rather than acidic.
